The Gentleman On A Date

                                                         Over the years, I've done my fair share of dating, and a couple things I learned about recognizing a positive outcome, was not necessarily sex, especially when I was looking for a relationship. First, and most obvious, when she accepted a second date. Second and best, while on a phone call with you, she says something along the lines of "we should try this place, has great food" or "we should see this movie, heard good reviews". With that she has just told you not only that she's interested, but that it will happen. Two other things I've gotten from this are, One she suggested a place, so  now leaving it up to you to pop the question, the second good sign is, her vague suggestion. Here you are left to take charge of setting an actual date of when you will be taking her out. Take it this way, you decide when you want to see your woman, or future woman,and when you will be busy being the hard working man she should know you for. Sounds good? Great, now in order for this to happen, let's go back to basics. We need to prepare ourselves to have a successful first date.

To begin, this piece of advice is good pre date, during date especially, and post date. Involve your self in an intellectual level with her. Show class and culture. Let her see that you know what you're taking about and what she is talking about. Have common ground, but leave room for a little friendly debate or difference in ideas. You do not want to be the guy who just agrees with her on everything but don't be an incontestable know it all asshole either.

 Aside from an intelligent conversation, it wouldn't hurt to have her chuckle at a clean witty remark or joke. Humor is a great way of engaging her and keeping her interested. Now that you seen her chuckle, go for a laugh, remember to keep it clean and fun. Given the right situation, why not create an inside joke or anecdote, this creates something shared, it creates the presence of a relationship. Teasing is ok , while not offending anyone. However, it is a hard subject, because when teasing and saying a dirty joke, a little too much can be well worth as much as way too much. Sometimes with this risk you reap little reward.

Complimenting can go a long way. Do it right and don't over do it. Complements show you like something about her and you're confident enough to tell her. Over doing it,however, makes you seem needy and too agreeable,not to mention can get creepy.

Your other best friend is confidence. Yes, you wanna be her knight in shining armor,and for her to be there when you need her. However no one wants to feel as if they were babysitting a defenseless child. Have confidence in you word, your appearance, and overall, yourself. Show that your confidence is a good asset and not the burden that is arrogance.

Gaze, don't stare, but gaze, look into each others eyes, make a connection, and hold it for only a second longer than you feel comfortable. It has been scientifically proven that women find a greater psychological attraction to men who can hold their gaze.  Understand the difference between a gaze and a stare though, and don’t let things get weird.

A very important subject I want to touch on, is chivalry, this is a gentlemen's blog, chivalry is our game. Now, let me say, I am an advocate on equality and advancement of both sexes, however chivalry can get anything but old. This means you open doors for her, pull out her chair, offer your coat, and even walk arm in arm if she would like and you allow her up the stairs first, you ask her out and pay for dinner. One thing about this is, if she asks you out, you offer to pay, but you give her the ultimate decision if she wants to pay. If she does, you offer to take her out again, on your dime. This is part of equality and a good relationship.

Always remember to keep the excitement alive, don't be flat and predictable. Make her feel she's at the hands of an action movie hero. You don't necessarily need a chopper bike and leather jacket to be exciting, although it would be cool!. Also, show excitement in things she's interested in. Don't steal the show with your talking. Let her do most of the talking, and pay attention. When you get to talk, steal the show with your very exciting anecdotes and mysterious coolness.

Which brings me to mystery. Excitement and mystery go hand in hand. You always want her with a feeling that she wants to know more about you. If you unveil all about you, what's left to know? If she thinks she knows everything about you, in her mind she will feel like any other dates will be boring and predictable. Since she already heard all your stories. So, remember excite her with your life, but keep some stories in the holster for your next date.

Be the man. Let her wear the makeup and skirts, and you wear the pants and (insert manly thing here…).  A woman may appreciate a sensitive guy, but not an overly sensitive one.  Don’t hide your manliness, let it shine.  Women like men, not boys, not metrosexuals, and not girls.  They want a man to be a man.  So do just that.  Be the man she’s looking for.
To close this article, let me add that your goal here is for more dates and ultimately a relationship. If this works out I'm glad to have helped. Dates and women can be quite unpredictable, so if by any chance you get to have sex on your first date, that is extra point for you my friend. However, if this experience and adventure,if u will, changes your mind and you decide to dedicate your life to sex and one-night stands,we have some tips for you, hold patiently for our next article on just that,before you go and hurt someone with this article. ;D

3 Pairs For Autumn

Recently I found three pairs of shoes that worked very well for me with folded cuff pants and unmatching dress socks.This Autumn do the folded cuffs with these awesome shoes, but this time wear socks for the cold weather, remember to get creative. Wear socks that do not match any other piece of cloth you wear, and no white sports socks!.




First off while I was at Nordstrom's (buying an awesome croc tshirt) I got to try these suede chukkas.
The Ben Sherman 'Aberdeen' Chukka Boot's are suede with textile lining and a rubber sole.










My number two find are these Ralph Lauren fine leather oxfords.
The Sanderson Wingtip Spectator's are crafted with a rich, two-tone leather upper and accented with classic overlay, perforation, and pinked edging details.

  

  


Last but not least, the Vans OTW Alomar work boots, now I know that these are more into the skateboarding category. However, the design works with a variety of styles. Plus these might be the most comfortable of the pack.

                                    

Better Diet: Harder Erection

Without a pill, a simple diet can help get harder erections and increase libido naturally and safely. First of all, it is very important to cut out the inputs that cause erection problems. These inputs are smoking, drinking, and recreational drugs, these should be kept to a minimum or stopped all together. Refined and processed food are to also be cut from your diet and add more nutritional value with natural from the earth foods.

Now, a look at some foods to include in your diet.

Chilies

These get your blood pumping strongly around the body and to the genital region and they work quickly - ever notice a rush of blood to your face when eating spicy food? Well that's what chilies to move the blood.

Cherries and Berries

Cherries and berries are full of anthocyanins, which protect your artery walls, helping prevent the fatty plaques that lead to atherosclerosis. Any brightly colored fruit is good and good choices are - peaches and nectarines.

Garlic

Garlic like onions contains allicin and increases blood flow as well as protecting the heart.

Onions

Onion is one of the most important aphrodisiac foods. As an aphrodisiac, onion stands second only to garlic. It increases libido and strengthens the reproductive organs. The white variety of onion should be peeled off, crushed and fried in pure butter. This mixture acts as an excellent aphrodisiac tonic if taken regularly with a spoon of honey on an empty stomach. The powder of black gram when dipped in the juice of onion for seven days and then dried, produces a mixture called kanji. This also acts an aphrodisiac.

Wine

Wine – especially red wine – is a great source of the antioxidant phytochemical resveratrol, which helps open the arteries by enhancing the production of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide allows the blood vessels to expand, and this is how Viagra works. But while the little blue pill only works on tiny blood vessels, resveratrol helps your main arteries too. Make sure you stop at one or two glasses of wine – too much alcohol leads to the dreaded droop

Stand Out In Camo

Military camouflage, designed to blend into the surrounding area and applied to fatigues and military equipment. Camouflage became an essential part of modern military tactics after the increase in accuracy and rate of fire of weapons. Paradoxically the same camouflage pattern is being used by designers in modern fashion, to stand out from the crowd and make a statement. GL has gathered up some of our favourite designer camo gear. So get your camo on and stop blending into the background.

First up is the Prada Messenger Bag.
This bag comes in a dark forest camouflage colorway, technical flap closure, and antiques silver hardware.($1,230)

D&G made this must have down jacket.
Down fill insulates a hooded,camo printed jacket lined with cotton jersey. A leather and metal logo patch brands the outer sleeve.($1,200)

Third another Prada accessory.
The Prada Saffiano camo belt. This belt is definitely worth adding to your wardrobe. Donning a square plated buckle with Prada logo on a swirl design, the belt is accented with silver studs and a belt loop.($470)

Our fourth camo item is from, Cheap Monday.
This shirt is equipped with a vintage camouflage look as well as a rib crew neck.($25)

And last but certainly not least, Rogue Camo Shorts.
Rogue used black coloring to update the classic camo look and tightly controlled design gives these shorts a polished look.($98)

4 Modern Classy Watches To Look For

                                             If you are looking for a watch that completes your style, or something to replace your out-of-date watch,we did some minor leg work for you. The GL staff has found four watches you might want to consider when shopping for that timepiece that will go with most of your wardrobe. These watches are modern, classy and stylish.

First up is the, I-Gucci Collection Brown Rubber Strap.
I-Gucci Collection. Brown logo-embossed rubber strap and round brown PVD case. brown dial. Swiss made. Quartz movement. Water resistant to 30 meters.(priced around, $1300)

 
Second, The Diesel DZ1437.
Signature Diesel styling make this black-on-black design cooler than everybody else's. Watch crafted of black silicone faux-link bracelet and black plastic case. Black dial features numerals at two, three and four o'clock, stick indices, minute track, luminous hands and logo. Quartz movement. Water resistant to 30 meters.(priced around, $150)

Third is the Kenneth Cole New York Touch Screen.
Kenneth Cole New York delivers a thoroughly modern watch with digital convenience. Black silicone strap and round black ion-plated stainless steel case with logo at bezel. Black negative display digital features chronograph, world time and digi-touch™ technology. Quartz movement. Water resistant to 30 meters.(priced around, $170)

Fourth, Movado Bold Large Blue Accent Watch.
All the sophistication of Movado, energized with a new attitude and pop of high-intensity color. Bold collection watch crafted of coated black leather strap with purple lining and round stainless steel and black TR90 resin case. Black Museum® dial features vibrant blue dot marker at twelve o'clock and two blue hands. Swiss quartz movement. Water resistant to 30 meters.(priced around, $350)

Gentlemen In Red

Whether it be a fancy sports car,lingerie or a juicy steak-
many awesome pleasures in life come in red.
So it is no surprise that men respond to a woman wearing red heels
or slinky red dress.
However, to our surprise, a study has shown that this works the other way around as well.
The female gender is instinctively attracted to a man in red
Researchers from the University of Rochester, in New York, asked 300 women to
rate the attractiveness of men in either different colored shirts ,in red or had been photographed
surrounded by a red or white border.
The men were rated on attractiveness and how likely the women
were to engage in sex with them.
The results showed that women rated men who were alongside red hues as more
attractive, powerful and higher in status.
Hey if our fellow Roman Gladiators wore red in combat, why shouldn't a modern gentleman
add some color to his wardrobe. In the process make sure to select items that make look
bold and sexy, not christmassy!

Guide To Drinking Whisky

With this article we do not intend to tell you how to drink your Whisky.
How each person drinks their Whisky should be a choice based on what way they enjoy it the most.
We would just like to give you some suggestions to get the best out of your Whisky.

THE WHISKY GLASS
The glass you drink your Whisky from can be important. A whisky tumbler is often considered as the traditional whisky glass. A tumbler is fine if you are drinking a Malt which you already know you enjoy or if you are mixing the whisky into a long drink. However when tasting a Whisky for the first time a tumbler will not do the Whisky justice. The ideal glass for tasting is a tulip shaped glass, this allows the whisky to be swirled around the glass without spilling it, and a tulip shaped glass will also concentrate the aromas in the neck of the glass.
ADDING WATER
Whether or not you should add water to your whisky is entirely about personal taste. Many who drink their whisky neat say they do not want to spoil the taste by adding water to it.

However, there are just as many whisky drinkers who say that adding a touch of water, especially soft still spring water will enhance the aroma and flavour of a whisky and bring out the whiskies hidden characteristics. It is worth noting that tap water can contain high levels chlorine and would spoil rather than complement your whisky, if this is the case with your tap water it is best avoided.

The true lover of whisky will drink their whisky as the professionals do, with a little clear water. Adding a little water to whisky before drinking will prevent the strength of the whisky numbing your senses and reducing your enjoyment of the whisky. It is widely said that you should dilute your whisky with a fifth water. Everyone's tastes varies, so its worth adding just a little water at a time to see what you prefer. Having said all that I do agree that some whiskies are best without any water added.

ADDING ICE
 Adding ice to your favourite single malt Scotch whisky is such a shame. Putting ice in your whisky will only reduce the temperature of the whisky, freezing its aroma and the smell, and will only dull the taste of the whisky. Many people do add ice, if you are one of them why not try it without, we assure you it will be like drinking a different whisky.

ADDING MIXERS
Adding mixers to single malt whisky is a very popular trend, but if you need to add mixers in the first place, you need to ask yourself why you bother drinking whisky at all? Mixers such as soda, ginger ale, lemonade and cola does nothing but cover up the true taste of whisky.

Although blended whiskies mixed with the right ingredients, can make a very refreshing long drink or cocktail.

Matching Dress Pants With Shoes

the perfect match

As a general rule, men should follow these color combinations

when deciding what shoes to wear with what

pants, regardless of if they're dressy or not. 

Keep in mind that there are a bunch of other colors that 

could be thrown into the mix, but we'll keep it simple.

 

 

SHOES & PANTS COLOR GUIDE

Pant/suit color	Shoe color
Black	black, tan or camel (a more risqué choice), oxblood
Gray	black, oxblood, camel
Brown	any shade of brown, black, camel
Navy	black, camel, tan, oxblood
Earth tones	any shade of brown, camel, black

The Coolest Champagne

What cool and sophisticated gentlemen drink by the pool

of an upscale resort?

Champagne served on the rocks?

Yes, Moet Ice Imperial.
Moet & Chandon have put a cold twist to the typical summer cocktail,
unveiling the first-ever champagne served on the rocks.
Ice Imperial provides a rich taste integrating pinot noir and pinot meunier
grapes for a rich berry flavor, and a hint of chardonnay for
a crisp, elegant finish that holds up to the summer heat.
Ice Imperial is available this month in New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami,
and Chicago at exclusive resorts and poolside lounges. Moet Ice Imperial "Ice Pack",
includes three bottles of the bubbly, six goblets and an ice bucket.